Red River vs Ski Apache

Red River (New Mexico) and Ski Apache (New Mexico) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatRed RiverSki Apache
Vertical drop1,631 ft (497 m)1,795 ft (547 m)
Summit elevation10,276 ft11,450 ft
Base elevation8,645 ft9,656 ft
Lifts79
Runs8546
Beginner terrain36%16%
Intermediate terrain29%36%
Expert terrain35%48%
Night skiingNoNo

Ski Apache has the bigger vertical (1,795 ft vs 1,631 ft); Red River has more runs (85 vs 46); Ski Apache skews more expert (48% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Red RiverNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Ski ApacheNot on a major pass; lift tickets only

No single pass covers both, so skiing both means separate passes or lift tickets. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

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